Optimus 8R Leaking?

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  1. D21400

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    Hi,

    I recently noticed after like 8 min on full blast cooking my R8 leaks.
    Is there a way to solve this?

    Thanks!

    Dries

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  2. kerophile

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    Hi @D21400 You should be able to stop this leak by slightly tightening the packing nut (the hexagonal nut which the regulator shaft passes through). This will cause the graphite packing to compress around the regulator spindle and hopefully stop any fuel leak.
    If you tighten too much the spindle becomes too stiff to turn, and you will need to slacken-off slightly.

    Best Regards,
    Kerophile.
     
    kerophile, Dec 3, 2017
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  3. D21400

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    The Nut was indeed loose. Thanks!
     
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  4. BillyBear

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    I love those little 8r's! I just overhauled one and gave it to my neice. She is all about liquid fuel equipment now, lol....it's fun to see. Enjoy the stove!
     
    BillyBear, Dec 4, 2017
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